Beer Events And Tastings In London

Fanatical about all things pint-sized? Then you're going to love these. We've scoured through this city's many, many breweries, bars, taprooms and pubs to find you the best beer events in London. From weird and wonderful tours and guided tastings to quirky seasonal pop-ups, check out our hop-tastic recommendations and crack into a cold one today.    

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Last updated on 16th October 2024




Lowlander Tastings

Collaborating with a series of famous Belgian breweries, Lowlander Tastings take place at their Grand Cafe in Covent Garden. Each of their sessions has a different theme, from modern craft to fruit and flavoured, so whatever type of beer you like there's bound to be something for you. Tickets start from £45 per person, promising an afternoon of interesting conversation while you learn more about these brews, and plenty of opportunities to taste them.

German Kraft

Fancy a pint? Beer lovers will go absolutely nuts at this event at Kraft Dalston. You'll get a detailed tour, 3-different brews and an explanation of how they're made by your expert guide, Helen. Stick around for some Turkish food from Le Bab.

Fuller's

When it comes to beer events in the city, Fuller's Inside the Cellar: 'Meet The Brewers' beer tasting activity is a firm choice. Head on over to The Pilot in Chiswick, where you'll be able to try out a fabulous range of IPAs, APAs or gluten-free favourites, while a DJ spins some top tunes.

Events at Gipsy Hill Brewery

On the 2nd of November, International Stout Day kicks off and where better to celebrate than Gipsy Hill Brewery. The venue will be running brewery tours and tastings all led by an expert, followed by the chance to sip on a flight of pints.

BrewDog - Bars

BrewDog are giving you an education in all things IPA, stout and lager at their beer school. The dons will be treating you to a two-hour guided tasting of five different samples, complemented by an array of cheeses and witty commentary from your host.

Smart Parties

Enjoy a true Oktoberfest experience at Smart Parties' The London Bierfest, taking place right by London Bridge. Not only will you get to sip on unlimited steins of German beer, but you'll also find authentic Bavarian cuisine, live oompah bands and so much more. There are both afternoon and evening sessions to choose from, costing £145 per person.

3 Locks Brewing Company - Brewery tours and tastings

@ 3 Locks Brewery on Various dates from Saturday 14th December 2024

Join 3 Locks Brewing Company for its Brewery Tours and Tastings in Camden for the ultimate beer-fuelled day out. This super cool spot will offer you the chance to rink beer straight from the tank, as well as guide you through six different signature sips. Tickets are £25 per person and include a complimentary drink on arrival, as well as one in the brewhouse, plus 10% off taproom beers should you find a new favourite you want to take home.

Hiver Taproom

Hiver Taproom in Bermondsey is truly one of a kind, born out of a love for London's urban beekeepers and a passion for craft beer. It uses fresh ingredients and local suppliers to create a range that's thirst-quenching and absolutely delicious. There's always an array of events to get involved with too, where honey beer and cocktails are available in abundance, plus live entertainment. 

Gosnells Of London

Searching for beer-related things to do in Bermondsey? At Gosnells Meadery Taproom, you can experience one of the most fun tasting events. Nab loads of mead here, or head to their Peckham brewery for tours and brewing workshops.

The Five Points Brewery Taproom & Courtyard

You'll find some of the best local beer at The Five Points Courtyard and Taproom – with tours and tastings available for those who really want to wet their whistle. Explore the on-site brewhouse, get clued-up on all-things hops and guzzle four 1/3 pint tasters courtesy of The Five Points Brewing Company. And when you get hungry? There's BBQ food on standby, including meat platters and pork-filled flatbread. 

Bermondsey Microbrewery Experience

@ Southwark Brewing Company Tap Room on Saturday 18th January 2025 and 35 other Saturdays

The Bermondsey Microbrewery Experience is based on the famous Bermondsey Beer Mile, visiting the best local microbreweries across an experience that lasts four hours. Think characteristic railway arch taprooms, behind the scenes access and tastings across venues like Southwark Brewery, Kernel and Mash Paddle.

The Five Points Brewing Co

Based in Hackney, The Five Points Brewing Co is hosting a bevvy of beer-inspired events. Whether you head to their green hop festival, tasting session or market over in Coal Drops Yard, you're sure to have a fab booze-fuelled day out.

Ale Hunters

From tasting tours of heritage pubs to trips around local breweries, Ale Hunters are bringing hop lovers a whole range of craft beer events to sink their teeth into. Perfect for uncovering hidden gems and meeting like-minded people, these experiences are not to be missed.

Fiddle Paradiddle's Pop-Up Ceilidh

When it comes down to hop-tastic events, Small Beer knows how to give everything a little added pizzazz. Inside this South Bermondsey venue, you'll get to guzzle a variety of low and no-alcohol pours. Or if you fancy something else, head to The Bedford for drinking and dancing.